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Washington, D.C. car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Washington, D.C.. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 July 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

RM 3.96

Average price per day

RM 156

Cheapest price per day

RM 134

Cheapflights insights for Washington, D.C. car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Washington, D.C., including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Washington, D.C.?

Book your car hire in Washington, D.C. 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 161/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 212% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Washington, D.C.?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Washington, D.C. is Hertz (rated 5.2/10 with 262 reviews). Dollar (rated 2.9/10 with 123 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is February, when you can expect to pay RM 170/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is June (RM 263/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

RM 195

February

RM 170

March

RM 195

April

RM 217

May

RM 255

June

RM 263

July

RM 263

August

RM 208

September

RM 195

October

RM 225

November

RM 208

December

RM 234

What car do most people hire in Washington, D.C.?

Compact cars (Toyota Corolla, for example) are the most popular in Washington, D.C.. Standard (Volkswagen Jetta) and SUV (Volkswagen Tiguan) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Washington, D.C..

Which car hire company has the most locations in Washington, D.C.?

Free2Move has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Washington, D.C. at 9.

Top rental agencies in Washington, D.C.

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Washington, D.C. known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Washington, D.C.. Reviews were last updated on 10 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Washington, D.C., including Hertz, Dollar and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Hertz

5.2
Fair
262 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.3

Dollar

2.9
Poor
123 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.6

Comfort

3.3

Overall

2.9

Pick-up/drop-off

3.0

Value

3.6

Avis

6.3
Okay
47 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.6

Budget

5.6
Fair
69 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.8

Thrifty

3.2
Poor
71 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

4.7

Overall

3.2

Pick-up/drop-off

3.2

Value

3.7

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Alamo

7.4
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.8
Okay
29 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Washington, D.C., including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Washington, D.C.?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 156/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 134/day from Hertz, booked on Jul. 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington, D.C. for a week from Hertz?

    From Hertz you can hire a car in Washington, D.C. from about RM 1,091 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Washington, D.C. for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington, D.C. for a month?

    The average cost of a car rental in Washington, D.C. for a month is RM 4,676. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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